Median Income
$51,458
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$61,200
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$707
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
27.2%
119% higher than US avg
How Sumner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,229
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,592/mi²
Male / Female81% / 19%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
C+
Median Income$51,458
Per Capita$10,149
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty27.2%
County GDP$661M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$61,200
Rent$707
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,489
Health
Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation453 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+62.5%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Libraries1
Is Sumner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sumner receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sumner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sumner is $51,458, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sumner is $61,200, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $707 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Sumner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Sumner has a population of 2,229 with a density of 1,592 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.1%), with 33.5% Black.
Population
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
The median household income in Sumner is $51,458, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,458 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $10,149 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,417 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 27.2% |
| 119% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
| County GDP | $661M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,543 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Sumner is $61,200, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $707 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,489.
Home Values
| Census Median | $61,200 |
| 78% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $106,489 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $707 |
| 39% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,543 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.16% |
In Sumner, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sumner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 15.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Sumner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Sumner has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,592/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7154°N, 87.8667°W |
| County FIPS | 17101 |